A Clockwork Orange

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A Clockwork Orange

R

1971

2h 17m

Comedy

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In an England of the future, Alex (Malcolm McDowell) and his "Droogs" spend their nights getting high at the Korova Milkbar before embarking on "a little of the old ultraviolence," while jauntily warbling "Singin' in the Rain." After he's jailed for bludgeoning the Cat Lady to death, Alex submits to behavior modification technique to earn his freedom; he's conditioned to abhor violence. Returned to the world defenseless, Alex becomes the victim of his prior victims.

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Critics Consensus

Disturbing and thought-provoking, A Clockwork Orange is a cold, dystopian nightmare with a very dark sense of humor.

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Pauline Kael

The New Yorker

I can’t accept that Kubrick is merely reflecting this post-assassinations, post-Manson mood; I think he’s catering to it. I think he wants to dig it.

Sep 12, 2023

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Mark Kermode

Kermode & Mayo's Film Review

A stone-cold classic, no getting around the fact...

Sep 21, 2021

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Charles Champlin

Los Angeles Times

I'm afraid I found A Clockwork Orange brilliant but disappointing, its moments of power offset by an overwrought stridency and its message overbalanced by the medium.

Dec 21, 2020

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Hayley Croke

Loud and Clear Reviews

Kubrick creates a harsh and unforgiving picture of society in this film, a society that thinks in black and white refusing to entertain color. The quick and easy fix is seemingly the only one worth indulging in.

Rated: 3.5/5

Oct 20, 2024

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Paul Klein

FILMHOUNDS Magazine

Kubrick, ever the provocateur, would probably enjoy its enduring legacy, and recoil at the same time.

Rated: 5/5

Jul 4, 2024

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Rory Doherty

InSession Film

The rare Kubrick film that feels like a misfire, and although the impeccable filmmaking techniques are still admirable, it’ll be tough appreciating the full effect of the shocking content when you’re checking your watch every five minutes.

Jun 13, 2024

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thomas p

brilliant one of the best movies ever

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/24/25

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Maksim S

A Clockwork Orange isn’t mere controversy; it’s art. Kubrick transforms violence into a hypnotic, balletic statement, using it to explore free will, moral decay, and societal control. The film’s dystopian world teems with lost souls, framed with razor-sharp social commentary and surreal precision. Shocking, unsettling, and endlessly compelling, it proves that cinema can disturb, provoke, and mesmerize all at once.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/02/25

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Alexander S

A Clockwork Orange is an experimental stroke of genius, but it's not for the faint of heart. Kubrick's film is a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, tackling complex questions about redemption and the possibility of change – a true masterpiece that will leave you pondering long after the credits roll. Grading: A+

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/20/25

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Raphael B

Richtig guter Film. Abgesehen davon, dass es ein meisterlich gemachter Film ist, mag ich es gerne, dass tiefe Themen behandelt werden, aber auf eine lustige weise. Der Narrator ist wild ironisch und lustig. Ich find es gut, wie ehrlich er ist und wie gezeigt wird, was schlecht am System ist, aber auch, dass die Täter auch scheiße sind.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/20/25

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Matthew K.

Family fun for everyone.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/22/25

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Sebastian D

Its graphic violence and dense themes might alienate casual viewers, but for me, it’s a flawless triumph. The craftsmanship—cinematography, editing, dialogue—is impeccable, balancing horror and humor with razor-sharp precision. A Clockwork Orange is a challenging, unforgettable classic that demands engagement and cements Kubrick’s genius in the pantheon of provocative cinema.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/21/25

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Synopsis

In an England of the future, Alex (Malcolm McDowell) and his "Droogs" spend their nights getting high at the Korova Milkbar before embarking on "a little of the old ultraviolence," while jauntily warbling "Singin' in the Rain." After he's jailed for bludgeoning the Cat Lady to death, Alex submits to behavior modification technique to earn his freedom; he's conditioned to abhor violence. Returned to the world defenseless, Alex becomes the victim of his prior victims.

Director: Stanley Kubrick
Producer: Stanley Kubrick
Screenwriter: Stanley Kubrick, Anthony Burgess
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Hawk Films, Polaris Productions, Warner Brothers
Rating: R
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 2, 1971, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 15, 2008
Runtime: 2h 17m
Sound Mix: Mono
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.66:1)

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